I just bought a used car for $5.00 (in Dahlonega gold)

Discussion in 'US Coins Forum' started by lordmarcovan, Jun 29, 2018.

  1. lordmarcovan

    lordmarcovan Eclectic & Eccentric Moderator

    Wonder what this coin bought back in the North Georgia gold rush days before the Civil War?

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    I can tell you what sort of buying power it had in 2018.

    Victoria has her own wheels now.

    Look out, World - here she comes! :)

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  3. Kentucky

    Kentucky Supporter! Supporter

    Lovely...both :)
     
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  4. Dave Waterstraat

    Dave Waterstraat Well-Known Member

    I like your analogy. ;)
     
  5. lordmarcovan

    lordmarcovan Eclectic & Eccentric Moderator

    Checking 1840s and 1850s wagon prices (approx. $80-250, from what I saw), it seems this coin had more wheeled-vehicle buying power in 2018!

    Of course that is due to the numismatic premium.

    It seems that $5 in 1842 = $148 approx. in 2018, after adjusting for inflation.

    A used 2006 Saturn Vue is probably more comfortable to ride around in than a buckboard wagon, too (even with the AC compressor not working).
     
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  6. ldhair

    ldhair Clean Supporter

    There may be a fuse for the AC.
     
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  7. Deacon Ray

    Deacon Ray Artist & Historian Supporter

    She's a Blessed young woman to have such an eccentric—sorry, I meant eclectic father ;)
     
  8. lordmarcovan

    lordmarcovan Eclectic & Eccentric Moderator

    Both of those adjectives definitely apply. :rolleyes:
     
  9. Evan8

    Evan8 A Little Off Center

    Check the fuse first. Then check the compressor relay. Also make sure cooling fans are working. After that you would need a mechanic to check the charge in the system. May just need to be recharged. Worst case scenario and most expensive is that the compressor is bad. Could also be a leak in a line or in the condenser which sits in front of the radiator.

    Then again that old manual "wind powered" a/c works too ;)
     
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  10. lordmarcovan

    lordmarcovan Eclectic & Eccentric Moderator

    Dealer said it was the compressor and discounted the car accordingly.

    She'll just have to use the ol' 2/55 AC unit for a little while.*

    (* 2 windows @ 55 MPH. I've had to do that many a time with some of the old clunkers I've driven!) ;)
     
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  11. Randy Abercrombie

    Randy Abercrombie Supporter! Supporter

    Hope it’s not 2/70 when dad’s not watching!
     
  12. Randy Abercrombie

    Randy Abercrombie Supporter! Supporter

    There are only a few times in life when a dad can make his kids face to light up like that. Nothing feels better to a dad’s old heart than to see that. Way to go, pop.
     
  13. lordmarcovan

    lordmarcovan Eclectic & Eccentric Moderator

    Oh well, that was good while it lasted. :(

    Pretty sure that Saturn's a goner now. Luckily everyone escaped serious injury.

    Wasn't Victoria's fault. The other driver just sailed right out in front of her without warning. In fact, Victoria's quick reflexes and evasive swerve may have saved both their lives. The other driver readily admitted her error. It's an all-too-easy mistake to make at that particular intersection.

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  14. Bambam8778

    Bambam8778 Well-Known Member

    Glad everyone is ok!
     
  15. Randy Abercrombie

    Randy Abercrombie Supporter! Supporter

    Cars can be replaced. Beautiful daughters cannot...... Bought my granddaughter a car when she graduated last May. Two weeks and she had a pretty hard impact that left her bruised. And hopefully a bit smarter and more cautious too!.... Sure am glad your baby is OK.
     
  16. C-B-D

    C-B-D Well-Known Member

    Looks like she wore her seatbelt. Hug her tight and treat her right!
     
  17. Dave Waterstraat

    Dave Waterstraat Well-Known Member

    Glad everyone is alright,
     
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  18. Sula86

    Sula86 Active Member

    Glad your daughter is alright and wore her seatbelt! Smart young lady! Y’all can always get some new wheels. I’ve seen too many over the years neglect to wear their seatbelt as a first responder. I never understand it as it’s such a simple thing to do.
     
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  19. Robert91791

    Robert91791 Well-Known Member

    Daddy pays for everything. Great dad
     
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  20. jwitten

    jwitten Well-Known Member

    Just seeing this. Hate to see that coin trade hands, but good move! Glad your daughter is ok.
     
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  21. Evan8

    Evan8 A Little Off Center

    Glad everyone is ok. Sorry about the car. Definitely not a fun experience.

    If i have kids they get tanks. I drove a 1975 F250 in high school. 460 cubic inch monster under the hood with a 4 barrel. My dad still has it. There isnt a thing it wouldnt pass on the highway, that is, except a gas station.

    It isn't that i wouldnt trust them as drivers, I just don't trust the other drivers on the road.
     
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